Showy Jacob's Ladder is a delicate plant with clusters of blue to purple flowers. It is named for its ladder-like leaf arrangement and thrives in cool, mountainous regions.
Habitat
Grows in alpine meadows and forest clearings.
Diet
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Showy Jacob's Ladder
The best time to see a Showy Jacob's Ladder is June–July, when about 79% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 6,184 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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